AirPower History Tour brings World War II planes to Lincoln

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Over the next few days, classic planes from World War II are here.

They are here with a non-profit based out of Dallas called the Commemorative Air Force.

They preserve historical aircraft and show them off across the country.

This group, led by a B-29 Superfortress named “FIFI”, is at the Lincoln Airport for the public to view.

The five aircraft will be there until Sunday and costs $20 for adults and $10 for children.

Anyone who wants to ride in the aircraft can expect to pay at minimum, a couple hundred bucks.

The organization’s goal is to bring history to life and show appreciation for the men and women who flew during the war. Volunteers with the non profit said that message usually comes across.

“I speak to so many people, whether they’re people who just come through on a tour or actual riders who say I have newfound appreciation for those young men back then,” Tour Leader Cheryl Hilber said. “I think that’s that’s such an important thing for us to do is to keep the memories of that generation alive.”

Every plane has a pilot there that will explain more about the history of each aircraft and what their use was during the war.

The entrance is off of NW 36th street in Air Park and the address is 3520 NW 36th St.

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